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Gum Leaf Skeletonizer - Uraba lugens Observed on a brick wall . Transferred it to this stick for a photo. Australia,Geotagged,Gum Leaf Skeletonizer,Spring,Uraba lugens Click/tap to enlarge

Gum Leaf Skeletonizer - Uraba lugens

Observed on a brick wall . Transferred it to this stick for a photo.

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The Gum Leaf Skeletonizer

"Uraba lugens", the gum-leaf skeletoniser, is a moth of the family Nolidae. It is found in Australia and New Zealand. The larvae are a serious pest of "Eucalyptus" species and their close relatives. The wingspan is 25–30 mm. In Australia there are about one or two generations per year.

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Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by Ernst
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Uploaded Oct 7, 2025. Captured Oct 7, 2025 16:30 in 72 Franklin Parade, Encounter Bay SA 5211, Australia.
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  • Canon EOS 650D
  • f/8.0
  • 1/83s
  • ISO200
  • 70mm